Podcasts about Alyx

On this extra-strength episode, our hosts, Flint, Alyx and Ashleigh try something a little different. We have many (but not all) of our usual format points but our entire episode this week is dedicated to a single premise: sports science is complicated and bans on trans participation in sport make no sense.  NOTE: You may not care for sport, you may not be interested in it. That is fine and valid, but we would implore you to nevertheless give this episode a try and particularly our interview with Sheree Bekker & Stephen Mumford, two scientists who have some fascinating insights about the social construction of sport and how patriarchy still rules the roost in places like the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and other sports organisations. We take a look at:  The IOC is to introduce SRY gene sex testing for all entrants competing in the female categories for all events. Parkrun finds itself caught in the Eye of Sauron. Sorry, I meant legal threats from the Alliance Defending Freedom. Our interview mentioned above for the Meat USA Powerlifting finds itself in Loser's Corner. Some tips for fighting back in Action Alley And finally our usual palate cleanser of Trans Joy.

Send us Fan MailPiper hosts Plaidcast in Person in front of a live audience at the University of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont with Chrissy Rohan, Alyx West, Hadley Rogerson-Leach and Dr. Jenny Wilkinson.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Chrissy Rohan is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Vermont, where she has spent the past decade teaching equine management and training. She also serves as Faculty Advisor to the student-run cooperative horse barn, home to 22 horses just minutes from campus. A lifelong equestrian, Chrissy grew up riding on her family's farm in Charlotte, VT, competed in Pony Club and the Big Equitation, and rode on UVM's IHSA team. Chrissy is deeply involved in the equestrian community, serving for over 15 years with the Vermont Hunter Jumper Association and supporting advocacy efforts through the Vermont Equine Industry Advocacy Group. Guest: Alyx West is an Animal Science major with a minor in Equine Studies, expected to graduate in May 2027. She has been riding horses most of her life, and having horses as part of her college experience has been her favorite part of being at UVM. At the UVM Horse Barn, she serves as a teaching assistant for the Equus program taught by Professor Chrissy Rohan. Alongside a team of other teaching assistants, she teaches riding lessons, basic horsemanship, and horse care while also helping oversee UVM's leased Animal Science horses. After graduation, Alyx hopes to enter the veterinary field as an assistant or technician and continue working with horses in any way she can.Guest: Hadley Rogerson-Leach is a senior at the University of Vermont and a member of the UVM Horse Barn Cooperative. Her passion for horses began at age seven, when she read every horse book in her school library before receiving a riding lesson for her eighth birthday. She joined the UVM Horse Barn in 2024 as a teaching assistant for the university's Equus program. Hadley plans to pursue a career in the equine industry after graduating this spring with a bachelor's degree in biological sciences. Guest: Dr. Jenny Wilkinson grew up riding in Virginia and competed on the University of Virginia's Equestrian Team. She spent several summers working as a wrangler in Wyoming and now returns with students for hands-on learning experiences. After completing her veterinary degree at Cornell, she worked at Vermont Large Animal Clinic before joining the University of Vermont in 2008. She teaches a range of equine-focused courses and created the travel study program “The European Pony Tour,” taking students abroad to Ireland and France with plans to visit Scotland next. Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse MagazineTitle Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSponsor: Sentinel, Mojo Joint and Chewy Join us at an upcoming Plaidcast in Person event!

This week, our beleaguered hosts Alyx, Ashleigh and Flint look with a critical eye over:  Some welcome good news from Montana, USA. A brief look at who else but the EHRC.  A certain US pick-me on the cusp of realising that her collaboration will not save her. Quickly checking in with the people absolutely having a normal one over at Sex Matters.  Lining up a Telegraph article for a roast.  As the title suggests, for our Meat this time we're taking a dip in the waters of Stonewall bay, after their announcement of their upcoming new Chair, Kezia Dugdale and the extremely questionable remarks Dugdale made about a certain author of derivative wizard fiction. References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep154

Baby, they narrated what they narrated. Join us as we tap into the day in the life of a narrator— the struggles, the behind the scenes and the fun!

This week, in a special US-focused episode, our mighty duo of Alyx and Flint talk about: More anti-trans activity North of the border in Scotland. An update on the Girlguiding policy which now has a ticking clock: all trans guides and volunteers must leave by September 6th. A look at the machinations of Darlington council and their recent motion regarding that supreme court judgement. An interview with Tori Cooper of the Human Rights Campaign in the US about her life, work and current focus. References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep152

Finding balance as a working mom isn't easy. In this episode, Alyx and Emily talk about the pressure of juggling work, motherhood, and everyday life. From mom guilt to trying to do it all, they share their honest experiences and remind listeners they're not alone in the struggle.Send us Fan Mail

On this week's episode, Sarah and Alyx share fun, simple ideas to make indoor play easy and enjoyable. Let's be honest—winter isn't quite over, and rainy days are just around the corner. Tune in for creative activity ideas, our favorite family board games, and even a few kid-friendly screen brain breaks to help parents get through those long, challenging days.Send a text

This week, Flint and Alyx are left to their own devices for this acronym-heavy episode and have the unenviable task of taking you through: Recent enforced driver's license changes in Kansas, USA. CONTENT WARNING: Our second story contains information about young people choosing to end their own lives and how these deaths were not included in 2024's Appleby Report. This is signposted within the episode and a time code to skip over this story is included. Not In Our Name Women (NION Women), supported by the Good Law Project and the letters they gather that focus on reasons to stay. New Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. Submissions from the Trans Exile Network and the Lemkin Institute for Genocide Prevention to GANHRI about the status of the UK's EHRC. PATHWAYS and the Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). BUT! After escaping from the acronyms, the team talk about a trip to the theatre to see a show starring the inimitable Abigail Thorn, featuring an interview! Finally, an interview with Astrid from the Trans Solidarity Alliance - the TSA is who organised the mass lobby of trans people at the UK Houses of Parliament in 2025 - to sit down and have a little chat about a recent appeal brought by the Good Law Project to the High Court.  References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep150  

At last! It's here! Our long-awaited deep dive into the Levy review is here! In this episode, our hosts Ashleigh, Flint and Alyx take you through what the review got right, what it got wrong and where it didn't go far enough. This is a special episode and as such does not talk about the main news stories of the last few weeks. It's Levy all the way down this time. Normal service will be resumed as soon as we work out what that is.  The Beaches! The awesome Canadian band we mentioned. The Atomic Hound Dog! Ashleigh's old band. References: Dr Hilary Cass Chair Independent review of gender identity services for children and young people John Stewart National Director Streeting's response -Adult Services Review  Gender Identity Services for Adults (Non-Surgical Interventions) -NHS England NHS commissioning » Review of adult gender dysphoria services Review of the NHS adult gender dysphoria clinics in England: terms of reference and key lines of enquiry Arden GEM Review of NHS adult gender dysphoria clinics Engagement summary report of findings "The Levy Review" - Operational and delivery review of NHS adult gender dysphoria clinics in England NHS England's initial response to Dr Levy's Report Statement by Wes Streeting to HoC regarding the completed Adult Services Review Levy Review: A scathing audit of NHS Trans+ healthcare that isn't radical enough to fix the problems - Queer AF Some thoughts on the Levy Review - Dr Ruth Pearce The Levy review has been published | Good Law Project   

On this week's episode, Darcy and Alyx are serving hot takes on life right now. From go-to Swig orders and the never-ending laundry cycle to favorite binge-worthy shows—and a very strong dislike for a certain extremely well-known play—nothing is off the table. Tune in for real-life rants, laughs, and opinions you didn't ask for but might secretly agree with.Send us a text

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave catches up with Joely June ahead of releasing her new EP, and she's playing live in session too - watch the video here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0mzgqxyPlus, hear how Only The Poets emotional headline gig went at Brixton Academy, and there's tips from Jess, Jaguar and Alyx at BBC Radio 1.Here's this week's track list: • Tilly Valentine - Tornado Emmeline - STEPPINOUT Lucy Leave - Is That Anything Now? (feat. Ally Craig) Dani Sylvia - Cathedrals 108 Collective - IYA Frannie B - somebody like you The Dazed Minded - Going Home Model Man - True (feelings for you) [tipped by Jess Iszatt at BBC Radio 1] Genevieve Miles - cinnamon 916, Nayyah, and Nikz - Distance Interlude Jess Fitz - Radio Silence Sylosis - Lacerations Lewis Bolland - Patrizia Lily Beck - Take The Time In-Flight Movie - Staircase Joely June - River Joely June - My Love Has No End (live session) haemoGOBLIN - CODA India Shan - Undone [tipped by Jaguar at BBC Radio 1 Dance] Only The Poets - I Keep On Messing It Up Leonidas - Insidious Hannah Lou Larsen - Peach Pine Ocean paradise fell. - NO LIES. [tipped by Alyx Holcombe at BBC Radio 1 Rock] AmeyA - Cutting Ties Rebecca Poole - Good News Baby • If you're making music in Oxfordshire and Berkshire, send us your tunes with the BBC Introducing Uploader: https://www.bbc.co.uk/introducing/uploader

Join Kara and Alyx this week as they talk about a big emotion many kids face: anxiety. Kara shares her personal experience navigating childhood anxiety as a parent, and what she's learning along the way. If your child worries a lot—about school, friendships, bedtime, or things that may seem small to others—you're not alone, and you're not doing anything wrong.Send us a text

In this week's episode, Alyx, Sarah, and Emily each step onto a motherhood soapbox they're passionate about, sharing their honest thoughts, personal experiences, and unfiltered feelings.Send us a text

Send us a textIn today's episode of The Nourished Nervous System, I'm joined by Alyx Coble-Frakes, founder of The Agenda, for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation about menstrual cycles, perimenopause, and what happens when women stop overriding their bodies.This episode lands perfectly in the middle of my three-part series on Ayurveda and perimenopause, expanding the conversation beyond hormones as something to “fix” and into hormones as sources of insight, rhythm, and power.Together, we explore how understanding the menstrual cycle can radically change how we work, relate, parent, create, and lead — and why ignoring cyclical biology has contributed to burnout, relationship strain, and increasingly difficult perimenopause experiences in modern culture.One of the central themes we explore is the concept of “meno divorce” — a term used to describe the increased likelihood of separation or divorce during perimenopause and menopause, often initiated by women. Rather than framing this as hormones “ruining relationships,” we talk about perimenopause as a truth-revealing portal, where long-standing imbalances, unmet needs, and emotional inequities become impossible to ignore.This conversation is honest, validating, fiery, and deeply compassionate — touching on patriarchy, unpaid labor, nervous system overload, erotic aliveness, and the reclamation of feminine wisdom.In This Episode, We Discuss:• The menstrual cycle as an internal seasonal rhythm • The four phases of the cycle and how they affect energy, mood, libido, and cognition • Why women aren't meant to function on linear, masculine productivity models • Perimenopause as a portal into clarity, sovereignty, and self-truth • What “meno divorce” really reflects — and why it's not about women being “crazy” • Hormonal shifts and reduced tolerance for emotional and relational inequity • The mental load, unpaid labor, and libido loss many women carry in midlife • How understanding cycles can transform partnerships and communication • Why tracking your cycle is a foundational self-care and self-advocacy tool • The overlap between Ayurvedic wisdom and cycle awareness • Reclaiming erotic aliveness, intuition, and feminine leadership in midlifeAbout Today's Guest:Alex Kabul Franks is the founder of The Agenda, a platform dedicated to helping menstruating people sync their lives with their hormonal rhythms so they can feel more in flow physically, emotionally, and mentally.Through cycle-syncing tools, education, and advocacy, Alex's work helps women shift from battling their hormones to recognizing them as a powerful internal guidance system.You can learn more about Alex and her work through The Agenda app and planner (links below).InstagramCheck out The Agenda App:App StoreResources:Ayurvedic Dosha Quick Reference Guide Abhyanga Self Massage Guide Weekend Nervous System Reset Nourished For Resilience Workbook Find me at www.nourishednervoussystem.comand @nourishednervoussytem on Instagram

It's an episode just absolutely full of fish! Thanks to Arthur, Yuzu, Jayson, Kabir, Nora, Siya, Joel, Elizabeth, Mac, Ryder, Alyx, Dean, and Riley for their suggestions this week! Further reading: Study uncovers mechanics of machete-like 'tail-whipping' in thresher sharks Business end of a sawfish: Giant freshwater stingray! The frilled shark looks like an eel: The frilled shark's teeth: The thresher shark and its whip-like tail [photo by Thomas Alexander - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=50280277]: The Halmahera epaulette shark, looking a little bit like a long skinny koi fish [photo by Mark Erdmann, California Academy of Sciences, Attribution, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=30260864]: A mudskipper, which is a fish even though it kind of looks like a weird frog [photo by Heinonlein - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=44502355]: The red-lipped batfish wants a big kiss: The male blue groper is very blue [photo by Andrew Harvey, some rights reserved (CC BY) - https://www.inaturalist.org/photos/62196538, CC BY 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=157789928]: The giant oarfish is very long: Show transcript: Welcome to Strange Animals Podcast. I'm your host, Kate Shaw. This week we have a big fish episode! I mean, it's a big episode about a lot of different fish, not necessarily fish that are big—although some of them sure are! Thanks to Arthur, Yuzu, Jayson, Kabir, Nora, Siya, Joel, Elizabeth, Mac, Ryder, Alyx, Dean, and Riley. I told you this is a big fish episode. Let's jump right in with a fish suggested by Jayson, the sawfish. There are five species of sawfish alive today. The smallest can still grow over 10 feet long, or 3 meters, while the biggest species can grow over 20 feet long, or 6 meters. The largest sawfish ever reliably measured was 24 feet long, or 7.3 meters. The sawfish lives mostly in warm, shallow ocean waters, usually where the bottom is muddy or sandy. It can also tolerate brackish and even freshwater, and will sometimes swim into rivers and live there just fine. The sawfish is a type of ray, and rays are most closely related to sharks. Like sharks, rays have an internal skeleton made of cartilage instead of bone, but they also have bony teeth. You can definitely see the similarity between sharks and sawfish in the body shape, although the sawfish is flattened underneath, which allows it to lie on the ocean floor. There's also another detail that helps you tell a sawfish from most sharks: the rostrum, or snout. It's surprisingly long and studded with teeth on both sides, which makes it look like a saw. The teeth on the sawfish's saw are actual teeth. They're called rostral teeth and the rostrum itself is part of the skull, not a beak or a mouth. It's covered in skin just like the rest of the body. The sawfish's mouth is located underneath the body quite a bit back from the rostrum's base, and the mouth contains a lot of ordinary teeth that aren't very sharp. Since the sawfish has plenty of teeth in its mouth, you may be wondering how and why it also has extra teeth on both sides of its saw. It's because the rostral teeth evolved from dermal denticles. Dermal denticles look like scales but they're literally teeth, they're just not used for eating. Sharks have them too, along with some other fish. In the case of the sawfish, the rostral teeth grow much larger than an ordinary dermal denticle, and stick out sideways. Both the rostrum and the head are packed with electroreceptors that allow the sawfish to sense tiny electrical charges that animals emit as they move. This might mean a school of fish swimming through muddy water, or it might mean a crustacean hiding in the sand. The sawfish sometimes uses its rostrum to dig prey out of the sand, but it also uses it to slash at fish or other animals.

On this episode, Ashleigh, Flint and Alyx explore the finer details of:  Details allegedly 'leaked' from the Civil Service to the Times about the upcoming guidance from the EHRC. It's safe to say that we have one or two concerns about it. The PATHWAYS trial, what it is, what it'll involve and what that stupid backronym* is supposed to mean.  The Levy review, the much-delayed review into adult trans healthcare, featuring details of an FOI we sent and an interview with Chay from TransActual. Plus our regular segments of Pond Hoppin', Loser's Corner and Trans Joy! References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep145 *a real term, I promise I didn't make that up. 

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire and Berkshire podcast, Dave catches up with Jody & the Jerms to hear about their new album Love Descends. Plus Alex meets Brad from Hot Cake, an independent world-wide merch company based in Reading, and there's tips from Jess, Jaguar and Alyx at BBC Radio 1.Here's this week's track list: • CECIL- Zonin pecq - no more trouble Split The Dealer - Venomous  Frannie B - Warning San Demas - Borrowed Time Sweep - swings and roundabouts PLAIINS - Sports Bar  Hannah Jane Lewis - Navy Blue Lucy Leave - Steve Lamacq Wants To Know Storm Mollison - UR ALL MINE [tipped by Jaguar at BBC Radio 1 Dance] Matty Twigg - Black Hole BMW (Boon, Mew & Wooster) - Who is Having Who? Jess Fitz - Miss Romantic TigerFoot - Fairytale Number 4 Jody and the Jerms - Divine Jody and the Jerms - Winter Heart Avaxx - Kinetic Slow Hunch - Albion and On and On  Archie Holmes - If They Only Knew [tipped by Jess Iszatt at BBC Radio 1] iiis - Chairs Coraland - Flower The Foam Heads - It's Alright Mister Speed - That's Something Wretch - SCREAM OUT [tipped by Alyx Holcombe at BBC Radio 1 Rock] Dada Paradox - World of Illusion • If you're making music in Oxfordshire and Berkshire, send us your tunes with the BBC Introducing Uploader: https://www.bbc.co.uk/introducing/uploader

In all walks of life, we have a habit of talking about a problem once and moving to the next thing. Last summer, gambling and addiction in the sports card hobby had a moment. It seemed everyone was talking about it. Then, we moved on to the next big thing, whether it was The National or the latest scandal. In this episode, Alyx of CollectorsMD returns to update us on his organization's mission to help collectors who feel out of control. We also talk about a well-known sports card company using a 13 year old in an ad campaign for its repack product.The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards

Send us a textIn this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, host Joe sits down with writer/director Vito Trupiano, actor Shiloh Fernandez, and breakout newcomer Alyx Ruibal to dive deep into their heartfelt 2024 film HELLBENT ON BOOGIE.They discuss the origins of this unexpectedly tender story, the challenges and joys of making an intimate family drama, and the genuine on-screen chemistry that drives the film. Alyx opens up about portraying Quinn, a character with Autism — an experience rooted in her own lived perspective — while Shiloh shares what drew him to the role of Alan, the well-meaning, rough-edged older brother fighting to help his sister chase her dream.Vito offers a behind-the-camera look at his filming approach, balancing grit, humor, and emotional honesty in a story that recalls LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE and WHAT'S EATING GILBERT GRAPE.With great vibes and even greater heart, this conversation celebrates authenticity, family, and the power of telling stories that matter. HELLBENT ON BOOGIE is now streaming on TUBI, MUBI, and Apple TV.Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below!Read our Letterboxd reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/Follow us on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=msFollow us on TikTok at:https://www.tiktok.com/@fixateandbingepodcast

On this episode, Alyx, Flint & Ashleigh go over: The EHRC wanting to get out in front of any statements made by the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) with mixed success. Some social science, of the LGB Alliance. An NHS ICB threatening to close a group of GP's surgeries for continuing to support trans young people, in line with existing legislation. Lib Dem returning officers don't get off lightly after an encounter with the FAP committee. Stop sniggering! Yes you read that correctly! And for our meat, we find out what Your Party's Trans Liberation Group had to say about Alyx's recent article calling Your Party a waste of time... References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep144  

In this episode, I'm joined by Alyx Coble-Frakes, the CEO and founder of The Agenda., an awesome app that helps women understand and optimize their lives around their menstrual cycles and hormonal health. We are both in our luteal phases recording this lol. And we are both divorced and remarried/she is engaged. So much in common. Including that she lives next to my favorite state of Nebraska! A really fun discussion and I have a new friend :)Check out The Agenda. here: https://www.theagendaperiod.com/Shop here: https://shop.theagendaperiod.com/Follow her!https://www.tiktok.com/@agendaperiodhttps://www.instagram.com/theagendaperiod/

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire and Berkshire podcast, Dave's joined by Genevieve Miles to hear about her upcoming new EP ‘then it gets worse'... and she's live in session too - watch the video here https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0mf665p Plus, Alex finds out about the fascinating Moth x Human project with violinist and composer Ellie Wilson - a composition harnessing data from moths to make immersive sound, and there's tips from Jess, Jaguar and Alyx at BBC Radio 1.Here's this week's track list: • Willie J Healey - Heaven Now Allegra - Red The Dreaming Spires - 21st Century Light Industrial Hannah Lou Larsen - Move like Rivers Tommy Lyon - Last First Dance FutrLuv - Make Me Feel Oscar Grouch - She Said Roseanna - LoveHate BombayMami - Curse [Tipped by Jess Iszatt at BBC Radio 1] Taylor & Girish - Hollow Wood SideBanks - Won't Come Back Anna Hale - Down FAWLERS - in silence Bobby Wolfgang - Freddie Kruger [Tipped by Alyx Holcombe at BBC Radio 1 Rock] Mine Our Arc - suds Genevieve Miles - sweet to be alone Genevieve Miles - cinnamon (live acoustic session) Finessa - Eyes Closed (feat. Shy Zer0) Remember Monday - More Than Ever Skrum - Ride With Me Mia Lily - Crawling [Tipped by Jaguar at BBC Radio 1 Dance] Anton Barbeau - Off the Hook Bronwyn Leonard - VENUS IN SCORPIO Ellie Wilson - MothxHuman Beware this Boy - Ghost Laura Loh - Six Years Later Emma Hunter - Hide (radio edit) • If you're making music in Oxfordshire and Berkshire, send us your tunes with the BBC Introducing Uploader: https://www.bbc.co.uk/introducing/uploader

This week, on another packed episode, Ashleigh, Alyx and Flint rake over the coals about: Esther Ghey, mother of Brianna Ghey, has launched a campaign called Phone-Free Education and the team consider its implications. Multiple organisations have submitted evidence to the Global Alliance of National Human Rights institutions showing that the EHRC is, to put it lightly, not really fulfilling its stated role. A symphony of statistics from two new GLP-instigated YouGov polls.  Labour backbenchers warn of "chaos" if the EHRC's guidance is implemented as is, but not for the reasons you might be expecting.  Before moving on to the meat of the episode, which we've developed alongside https://www.wearequeeraf.com/ and Claire Prosho (https://linktr.ee/CTransTalks). This final part in our series about the UK's Gender Clinic system looks at potential future outcomes, including: The upcoming -although much delayed- Levy Review. Suggested ways for the GIC's to deal with their extreme backlog of patients. The numerous failures of the "specialist clinic" model as it stands. A lack of consistent data standards across the clinics and why this presents a problem.  References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep143 Action Alley:  Widnes Bridge Walk: Walk in solidarity for Transgender Awareness Week If you've been affected by the Virgin active ban on trans people in bathrooms and changing  rooms, as either a member or a staffer, then the Good Law Project would like to hear from you: Post by @goodlawproject.bsky.social TransActual's MP emailing tool: Scrap the Bathroom Ban - Action Network Amnesty's emailing tool to ask the government to remain in the European Convention on Human Rights: Defend our Human Rights – Tell Your MP to Back the ECHR

ALYX MONROE is our OCTOBER NARRATOR OF THE MONTH! Narrator of the Month is back with a new narrator to grace our show, Alyx Monroe @alyxmonroe Join us LIVE on October 28th at 6:30 pm EST as we sit down with this passionate storyteller who voices our Black romances down! Join us as we dive into her catalog and GET CAUGHT UP on the world of Alyx Monroe. October just got steamy. Follow us on IG, TikTok and Facebook @getcaughtuppodcast Follow Us on Instagram @alyxmonroe@krissygcu@booksandsoulwww.getcaughtuppodcast.carrd.co

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire and Berkshire podcast, Dave introduces you to the music of Harvey Lodge, Lauren catches up with Emily Jeffri for a preview of her spooky new single THE THING. Plus, Nightshift Music Magazine Editor Ronan Munro picks a track, there's tips from Jess, Jaguar and Alyx at BBC Radio 1, and two first plays: from Pitchdrop, and Liam Vincent and the Odd Foxes!Here's this week's track list: • The Racing Sloths - Halloween Rocks Pedro Santos - The Way You Do [tipped by Jess Iszatt at BBC Radio 1] Jessy Blakemore - with you den of dog - Any Guy The August List - The Duplex Phase The Jolly Grogsters - Mingulay Mila Todd - Riambel Alex Blyth - Unsent Self Help - Do you Really Mean it? Liam Vincent & The Odd Foxes - Summer's Secrets BUSHROD - Compass Laura Theis - Sunshine Werewolf Kislaw - Timeless [tipped by Jaguar at BBC Radio 1 Dance] The Bobo - Old Neighbourhoods Harvey Lodge - Romanticising Nothing Manni B - Super hero  The Night Herons - Persephone emily jeffri - THE THING Crae Wolf - Mouth [tipped by Alyx Holcome at BBC Radio 1 Rock] Pitchdrop - My Best Friend Is A Minilogue The White Lakes - Young & Reckless Brocarde - Pandora's Box The Kokroachez - Vampire Town • If you're making music in Oxfordshire and Berkshire, send us your tunes with the BBC Introducing Uploader: https://www.bbc.co.uk/introducing/uploader

Did you love our interview with @alyxmonroe? Want to know more about her catalog? Tune in today as we drop a #WriterWednesday outlining her entire catalog, and what you should be reading? #alyxmonroe #narratorofthemonth #getcaughtuppodcast

In this episode of the Little Ones and Messy Buns podcast, Alyx and Shelby chat with Leanne and Scott Cruce, the founders of Love Letters, a local Kansas City brand. They discuss the journey of starting Love Letters, the challenges of running a business while being parents, and the importance of community and support. The conversation highlights the brand's unique approach to fashion, their mobile boutique truck, and the balance between work and family life. Please note the audio issue starting around the 28:50 minute mark has been corrected as of October 28, 2025. Thank you for your patience! Shop Love Letters here: https://www.shoploveletters.com/If you want to hear Shelby and Emily reminisce on the college days check out this episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reliving-our-glory-days/id1758654118?i=1000730393307Send us a text

Have you ever wondered why your energy, mood, and creativity still seem to follow a rhythm — even after menopause?In this fun episode of the Midlife Freedom Podcast, I'm joined by Alex Coble-Frakes and Anna Sneed, founders of The Agenda Period, to explore how your natural cycle continues to influence your energy, relationships, and sense of purpose — even in midlife and beyond.You'll find out about how your monthly and moon cycles mirror the seasons, how to live and work in tune with your body, and why understanding your hormonal rhythm can transform your confidence, relationships, and wellbeing.✨ You'll discover:How your inner seasons affect your energy and focusWhy perimenopause brings deep clarity (and big life changes!)How to track your energy using the moon after your cycle stopsWays to release guilt, honour your rhythm, and thrive in midlifeWhether you're perimenopausal, post-menopausal, or simply ready to reconnect with your body's wisdom — this conversation will open your eyes to a whole new level of self-understanding. You can find Alyx and Anna at their Website or on Instagram.  If this episode resonates with you, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share it with another midlife woman who needs a reminder of how powerful she truly is.Find more juicy content on Instagram to get you closer to your Midlife Freedom.Find out more and get resources at Midlife Freedom Linds on YouTubeJoin the Midlife Freedom Club for podcasts, live coaching and mini courses to help you design and create your next chapter.Please leave a review too! Reviews are the life force of podcasts! If you're enjoying the show, try buying me a coffee! Thanks, it'll keep me going while I record some future episodes for you.

In this heartfelt episode, Emily and Alyx sit down with Joee—one of the beloved daughters of TikTok's @Okiemomof5—for a candid conversation about growing up in the spotlight of social media. Joee opens up about:What it's really like growing up onlineThe challenges that come with social media and how she navigates themHer dreams and goals for the futureThe important role her parents play in supporting and guiding herWhether you're a mama raising a teenage daughter or simply a fan of Joee's vibrant, spunky personality, this episode is filled with insight, inspiration, and authenticity. Send us a text

This week, before jumping into our main event, our Flintless duo of Ashleigh and Alyx take in the scenery of: Two new things from our immortal archenemies, the EHRC.  A trans woman sent to a men's prison, but sadly we're talking about the UK this time. Bashing Back in Brighton. Before moving on to the meat of the episode, which we've developed alongside https://www.wearequeeraf.com/ and Claire Prosho (https://linktr.ee/CTransTalks) to bring you some more information from inside the UK's gender identity clinic system, including: Last time we spoke of first appointments, but we look at how waiting for a second appointment can be almost as tortuous as the first and the length of the treatment pathway itself can take several years of a person's life, just to receive appropriate treatment.  How the 18-25 year olds in the system are now hanging in the balance, depending on what the Levy Review's conclusions are and how they are put into practise. Data standards and how different models of data collection can make collation and looking for trends all the more difficult.  Soon you, too, will be able to access all of this data. Would you like more information about this? Then please listen to the episode.  References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep142  

Welcome to the emotional rollercoaster that is life with a threenager! In this episode, Alyx and Sarah dive into the chaos, comedy, and cuddles that come with raising a 3-year-old who thinks they're 13. From sudden meltdowns over the wrong color cup to surprisingly deep conversations about life, we explore the daily drama and unexpected joys of this wild stage. Grab your coffee (and maybe your noise-canceling headphones) — it's threenager time.Send us a text

Did you know that the majority of divorces requested by women happen during the perimenopause years? On this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast, I sit down with Alyx Coble-Frakes, CEO and founder of The Agenda, to uncover the truth behind “menodivorce” and the powerful connection between hormones and relationship dynamics.Alyx brings a mix of science, strategy, and soul to help women understand how hormonal shifts during perimenopause can impact decision-making, communication, and emotional resilience—and what's real versus what's influenced by temporary hormone changes.We dive into how women can support their hormones, reclaim clarity, and navigate relationships with confidence during this transitional life stage.Key Takeaways:Why perimenopause is a critical window where many women re-evaluate relationships—and the role hormones play in these decisions.How to distinguish between hormone-driven emotions and long-term relationship patterns.Practical strategies to support your hormones, reduce stress, and regain emotional clarity so you can make empowered decisions.If you're navigating perimenopause, relationships, or just want to understand the hormonal connection to big life decisions, this episode is a must-listen!Learn More From Alyx Here:Instagram: | @theagendaperiodGRAB YOUR FREE BEGINNERS GUIDE TO PEPTIDES FOR PERIMENOPAUSE HEREBOOK A FREE CONSULTATION HERE

Brian and Alyx Effron Founder of Collectors MD Alyx is amazing, he identified a problem, realized there was not help for people with an addiction to collecting, and did something about it! And my apologies, I talked over Alyx a bit, but I was soooo excited to discuss!! In This Episode... What is Collectors MD? Card Breaking & Gambling Crossover Mindset of a Collector Personal Experience with Card Collecting Becoming Gambling Collectors MD Website is collectorsmd.com Brian's Website endgamblingharm.com Gambling Addiction YouTube Series The Bet Free Life Show Email leestreetpod@gmail.com Please Rate & Review- Helps those still struggling to find us! Music by T. Vance  

This week's episode is all about moving with kids. Alyx, Darcy and Emily open up about the unique challenges that come with relocating a family—whether it's across town or to a new state. They share personal stories, helpful tips they've learned along the way, and thoughtful ways you can support friends or loved ones going through this big transition. If you're in the middle of a move (or know someone who is), this episode is full of insight and encouragement.Send us a text

On this sleeker, meaner episode, Ashleigh, Alyx and Flint go through: A brief talk about UK politics, Your Party and the Greens. The shot heard around the (English-speaking) world, from Utah Valley University. Other news from the US looking at the House & Senate and another from Michigan. Bridget Phillipson's overloaded inbox. The Liberal Democrat conference and Liberal Voice for Women. An absolute heroine taking on JPAC and the NHS Blood & Transplant service. And some trans joy!  Join our Discord! References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep140  

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire and Berkshire podcast, mixing up EDM, R&B, chill pop and indie - Dave meets pixii as we play her music for the first time.Plus, Gigi Wilde gives us the rundown on her new 7 track concept album 'Life at the Kitchen Table', there's frist plays from Hot Jaw, Callum Gardner, Stephen Stringall and tips from Jess, Jag and Alyx at BBC Radio 1.Here's this week's track list: • COSEN - Mannequin Jess Tuthill - Evolution Hot Jaw - Sentimentality Band of Hope - I Shook The Hand Nikki Ambers - I Believe Vernons Future - Waxwings (Absynthpop Mix) Alex Arcoleo - Chemical [tipped by Jaguar at BBC Radio 1 Dance] iiis - Arms Matt Stockl - Mullet Rides Again  Callum Gardner - Brain Maze Adders - Ophelia Sebastian Reynolds - Make This Our Drone (feat. Olly Wills) Empress Linoleum - Unripened Fruit Stephen Springall - You Again  Callinsick - Paper Moon [tipped by Jess at BBC Radio 1] pixii - JUST SCATTERED ASHES - We Sell Silence NKTA - Season Remix (feat. Sneakbo) Gigi Wilde - Who have I been? newshapes - forget [tipped by Alyx at BBC Radio 1 Rock] frances willow - different Parental Misguidance - Best Girl In The World  TigerFoot - In Our Eyes Molly Brown - Game Plan Oscar Scannell - The End • If you're making music in Oxfordshire and Berkshire, send us your tunes with the BBC Introducing Uploader: https://www.bbc.co.uk/introducing/uploader

On this, rather delayed episode (sorry about that), Alyx and Ashleigh go through the details of:  Graham Linehan's legal tussles and the mainstream press's reaction to them. Spoiler alert: there was a lot of stuff they left out of their coverage... Physical copies of EHRC consultation responses delivered to equalities minister, which took up ten folders. More fun & games from the Sandie Peggie tribunal. Regular segments Loser's Corner and Pond Hoppin'. An interview with Brittany, a member of TACC, about the work they do and how YOU can pitch in to help them.  References: 

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire and Berkshire podcast, Dave's joined by Steady Habits to hear about their upcoming debut album Deviate, we catch up with Finessa and Shy Zer0 at Reading's Riverbeats festival, and our Connection series continues - this time we get to know BarrelHaus.Plus, there's first plays from Martha May, PHIA, Spyrt Electra... and tips from Jess, Jaguar and Alyx at BBC Radio 1.Here's this week's track list: • The August List - The Duplex Phase Joey Magic - Chasin' $igns Phoebe Rea - Miss When You'd Justin Peng - Old School Emerson - Centre Of Attention Martha May - Pink Suit Cowboy Sophia and The Antoinettes - Overwhelming Fear [Tipped by Jess Iszatt at BBC Radio 1] Isaac Stuart - London, I Love You LASTELLE - Exist Elouiza - Come Close Steady Habits - Deviate Steady Habits - Mess of It All PHIA - MONSTER BarrelHaus - Blades of Glass BEANIE - Sweet Tooth [Tipped by Jaguar at BBC Radio 1 Dance] David Bergen - Going Down Finessa - Reflections feat Shy Zer0 (Demo) HIFEELINGS - See U Again (feat. kaeria) Avamo - Rufus Alice Eren - The Art of Letting Go [Tipped by Alyx at BBC Radio 1 Rock] Enoh - Forever Life Underground - Caught in the Middle Spryt Electra - Back On Your Feet Again Dubwiser - Rude Bwoy General Emily Fields - Love You From A Distance (live choir version) • If you're making music in Oxfordshire and Berkshire, send us your tunes with the BBC Introducing Uploader: https://www.bbc.co.uk/introducing/uploader

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire and Berkshire podcast, Dave's joined by The Jacques for a chat and live session - watch the full live session on BBC Sounds here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0m118tnAlex catches up with Only The Poets to hear about their headline show at the O2 Academy Brixton - where tickets will be just £1, and Dolly Mavies tells us what happened after THAT media storm surrounding their cancelled gig for U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance. Plus, there's a live track from The White Lakes - recorded at The Hundred, our Connections series continues - where bands recommend bands - this week, Rilee gets to know Launch Control, and there's tips from Jess, Jaguar and Alyx at BBC Radio 1!Here's this week's track list: • Emmeline - LITTLEMISSSIXTY (feat. Marina B) Tilly Valentine - Ammunition Samuel Austin - Locksmith Song PLAIINS - C'est La Vie Leonard Maassen - Spring Still Blank - Ain't Quite Right Tipped by Jess Iszatt at BBC Radio 1] Taylor & Girish - Different Days 71A - I Like Ollie Henry - Start Over Again The Jacques - Ramona The Jacques - Via Dolorosa (live acoustic session) Tiger Mendoza - The Puzzle Is The Point (feat. Digging The Greats) Only the Poets - JUMP! Debba - I Dont Know [Tipped by Jaguar at BBC Radio 1 Dance] Dolly Mavies - Drown Me Out Dolly Mavies - In Your Head i4M2 - Sun Sect Festival The White Lakes - Young and Reckless (Live at the Hundred) Launch Control - Punishment for Profit (Detention Economy) Izzy S.O - Are We Doing This Again? [Tipped by Alyx Holcombe at BBC Radio 1 Rock] Elmiene - Useless (Without You) • If you're making music in Oxfordshire and Berkshire, send us your tunes with the BBC Introducing Uploader: https://www.bbc.co.uk/introducing/uploader

In this heartwarming episode of Little Ones and Messy Buns, join Alyx, Kara, and Shelby as they sit down with the inspiring TikTok sensation, Tara, also known as Okiemomof5. Dive into a candid conversation about building a supportive family environment, overcoming personal challenges, and the joys and struggles of motherhood. Tara shares her journey from her own challenging childhood to creating a loving home for her five children, offering insights and encouragement for moms everywhere. Tune in for laughter, tears, and a reminder that you're not alone in this beautiful chaos of parenting. Send us a text

Send us a textWhat if the very thing you thought was holding you back—your cycle—was actually the key to unlocking freedom, energy, and self-trust?Today on It's Hertime, Cody sits down with Alyx Coble-Frakes, a wellness founder whose personal health journey led her to discover the power of cycle awareness. What started as her own wake-up call has since grown into a grassroots movement that's helped thousands of women reconnect with their bodies, simplify hormone health, and live in sync with their natural rhythms.In this heartfelt conversation, Alyx shares how learning to work with her cycle transformed not only her health, but also her relationships, her business, and her confidence. Together, we explore why cycle syncing is a gateway to self-compassion, how to simplify hormonal awareness so it feels doable, and why your cycle is more than biology—it's a compass back to yourself.If you've ever felt frustrated with your body, burned out by “perfect” health plans, or curious about cycle syncing but not sure where to start—this episode is your invitation to exhale, listen in, and know you're not alone.⸻What You'll Learn in This Episode•Alyx's personal wake-up call that led her to cycle syncing•The surprising shifts that happen when you start honoring your hormonal phases•How cycle awareness can ripple out into your work, relationships, and daily energy•Why Alyx took her journey public—and how she built a heart-led community on LinkedIn•Practical, simplified ways to live in sync with your cycle without overcomplicating it•The deeper truth: this isn't just about hormones—it's about agency, trust, and self-love⸻Episode Highlights•“Cycle syncing is the gateway to self-compassion.”•“Your body isn't a machine—she's rhythmic, responsive, and designed to guide you.”•“This isn't about being perfect. It's about coming home to yourself.”⸻Resources & Links•Connect with Alyx Coble-Frakes @theagendaperiod and  explore her app, tools and community.•Follow Cody on Instagram @codyjeansanders for more hormone health insights•Learn more about Mixhers products and community at mixhers.com, use code: Cody for a special listener discount!⸻Closing ReflectionYour cycle isn't your problem—she's your compass. The more you understand her rhythms, the more peace, energy, and self-trust you'll discover.Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

Have you ever wished for a teacher in your best friend group chat? Here's your chance! Join us this week as Alyx, Emily, and Kara dive into YOUR questions for teachers.Send us a text

On this democratically-charged episode, Flint and Ashleigh rake over the coals of:  A listener's digest of the goings-on in the EHRC, including the now-confirmed new Chairperson, Mary-Ann Stephenson. NHS Fife nurse Sandie Peggie's tribunal and her questionable conduct within it.  A roundup of various Trans Pride events attended by the team.  Regular segments Action Alley, Pond Hoppin' and Loser's Corner. Alyx reports from a protest outside of Wes Streeting's constituency office, and a broader conversation about some less polite ways of making our voices heard.  What's that little cartoon on our thumbnail this week? Handala - Wikipedia References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep137  

This week, Sarah and Alyx dive deep into the challenges of motherhood while navigating loss and grief. Sarah shares her journey of raising little ones and coping with heartache after losing her mom as a young adult. They discuss how to talk to kids about death, handling grief as a family, and what healing can look like.Send us a text

On this environmentally-friendly episode, Alyx and Ashleigh go over: The reason this episode isn't as long as other recent episodes. (Spoiler alert: It's because of Ashleigh's health). A sneaky attempt to adjust the Equality Act 2010 into a bathroom ban. Trans Solidarity Alliance are spearheading a campaign to stop this, more here: EHRC Code of Practice Campaign | TSA . The government's proposed new RSHE guidance: ‘Section 28 2.0': New “transphobic” curriculum restricts teachers from encouraging Trans+ pupils to understand their identity. Following on from last week, we interview Green deputy leader hopefuls Ani Townsend and Ash Routh about their respective campaigns.  Some much-needed Trans Joy. References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep136  

On this extended special episode, Ashleigh and Alyx explore: Content warning: Death. An Israeli missile strike on an Iranian prison which killed dozens of innocent trans people who were held there by the regime. Kent County Council's questionable choices in reading material.  More Freedom of Information requests to the EHRC show how deep the rot goes (spoiler alert: it goes all the way). The Sullivan report's sequel, which is somehow even less scientific and balanced than the first one.  A long look at the Green Party of England & Wales, their problems with transphobic members, what they've tried to do about it and their upcoming election. Featuring an interview with leadership candidate, Zack Polanski. References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep135  

On another exciting* episode of What the Trans?! your hosts Ashleigh and Flint take you through all the details of: Pond Hoppin' talks about the Skrmetti case before the US Supreme Court. Spoiler alert: Didn't go well.  Good news for trans rights from the European Court of Human Rights, which bodes well for... no particular reason... More findings from TACC about the anti-trans "institutional capture" of the EHRC. One day, we'll get to do a whole-ass episode without talking about the EHRC. But not this time.  The inside story from the mass lobby event at the UK Parliament on June 25th, from participants and MP's brought to you by our woman on the spot: Alyx!  Zines! What are they, what's the history of them, why they're awesome and why you should make and enjoy them. *listener's definition of "exciting" may differ from the podcast team's definition.  References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep134  

On this extra-chonky episode, our intrepid hosts Alyx, Flint & Ashleigh go over the details of: A shake-up in the world of boxing, presumably to make their transphobia more efficient.  Hilary Cass finds herself on the wrong end of a lawsuit. Our regularly-scheduled programming of Pond Hoppin', Action Alley, Loser's Corner and Trans Joy. In an EHRC-focused episode, the team look at: Who is Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson and why should we be concerned? Some notes on guidance for the EHRC's consultation (open until June 30th!) Falkner faces the Women & Equalities Committee and, spoiler alert, it does not go well for her. References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep133  

Subscribe to Throwing Fits on Substack. This is culturally inappropriate. This week, Jimmy and Larry are a day late, but never a holler short on if this is indeed the last summer of silver technical runners, big shorts or da white jeans fo today, when are expensive sunglasses worth it, James hit the links for some content hosting, CC Sabathia is a tank and a legend who if you play your cards right might consider you a good guy, golfers and influencers mix like oil and water, keep the caddies in your thoughts and prayers, checking in with Jesse Solomon and Carl Radke aka the twin towers of Summer House plus some final thoughts and rumors as this season wraps up, stay away from Ja Rule when he steps up to the tee box, rap boomers rejoice The Clipse have returned and we are bullish, rap's generational divide, label politics attempted to bungle everything as per usual, Matthew Williams is back with a new eponymous brand and a poem but will this work unlike Alyx and his tenure at Givenchy, product first designers, are we on the precipice of a broems and broetry boom, Jonathan Anderson got every job at Dior but will he break under the pressure of designing 18 collections a year, were you ever a Sies Marjan guy, please bear with Lawrence as he processes extreme bird trauma, the old school sitcom is alive and well thanks to Adults and Overcompensating, the Mountainhead heat check was a brick and much more.